Antique Framed Print : Navvies landscaping a cutting, c1880s
Framed Photos from STEAM Museum
Navvies landscaping a cutting, c1880s
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 1284580
© STEAM Picture Library 2008 - All Rights Reserved
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.1cm (9.6" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print titled "Navvies Landscaping a Cutting, c1880s" we are transported back in time to witness the remarkable efforts of these hardworking individuals. The image captures a pivotal moment during the construction of the Great Western Railway (GWR), showcasing the immense dedication and skill required to shape and mold the landscape. As our eyes delve into the scene, we see a group of determined navvies working tirelessly within a deep cutting. Their muscular frames and weathered faces bear testament to their arduous labor, as they wield shovels and picks with unwavering determination. The sheer scale of their task becomes evident when juxtaposed against the towering walls of earth surrounding them. The composition exudes an air of camaraderie among these workers, united by their shared purpose in transforming nature's obstacles into pathways for progress. Each individual plays a vital role in this symphony of industry, harmoniously shaping every contour and curve with precision. This photograph not only showcases human resilience but also highlights how railway expansion played an instrumental role in connecting communities across vast distances. It serves as a poignant reminder that behind every great engineering feat lies countless hours of physical exertion and unwavering commitment from those who dedicated themselves to building such monumental infrastructure. Preserved within STEAM Museum's collection, this print offers us an invaluable glimpse into history—a tribute to those unsung heroes whose sweat and toil paved the way for future generations' journeys along GWR's tracks.
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